Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Satellite Radio -R146
General Information
Depending on the radio/radio-navigation system being used, a satellite radio can expand the radio reception to include radio satellite programs (XM/Sirius). Radio satellite programs are limited in North America.
Make sure the radio/radio-navigation system and the satellite radio are working correctly if there are customer complaints. Refer to the Operating Instructions.
The satellite radio has a Satellite tuner antenna -R172- installed on the roof.
The satellite radio is inside the luggage compartment under the rear shelf on the Sedan model. In the Wagon model, the satellite radio is under the front passenger seat.
As of MY 2010, the satellite radio in part of the radio/radio-navigation system.
When performing servicing or Fault Finding use Vehicle diagnostic tester.
After connecting the battery, check all the vehicle accessories, for example, the radio, the clock, the Comfort packages. Refer to [For transmission(s) 0A4, 02E, 09G, 02Q] [For engine(s) BRM, BGP, BPY, BGQ, CBTA, CBEA, CJAA, CBUA, CCTA, CBFA] Removal and Installation and/or the Owner's Manual.
Troubleshooting
The satellite radio has OBD.
Use the Vehicle diagnostic tester under "Guided Fault Finding".
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.